Driving Lessons in Gillingham

Competitive pricing with flexible lesson lengths: £32–£35/hour for manual and automatic lessons, or block deals from £160 (5 hours) to £1,360 (40 hours). Male and female instructors cover car control, roundabouts, clutch work, and motorway training, with free theory and hazard perception advice included. Pick-up and drop-off available, no car sharing, and intensive courses offered to suit your schedule.

Over 22 years of experience teaching automatic driving lessons with a focus on safe, confident learners. Two-hour trial lessons at £80 introduce you risk-free, or pay as you go at £90 per two hours with block deals from £450 for 10 hours. Motorway lessons, refresher courses, and Pass Plus also available.

Nick Salzen has passed 5 advanced driving tests including DIA, ROSPA and IAM qualifications, bringing structured yet relaxed teaching to learners of all ages. Lessons are £40/hour with free theory training included, plus access to the My Drive Time app for online learning resources. Currently teaching manual only, with automatic lessons launching from 1st January 2026.

Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience and a reputation for way-above-average first-time pass rates. £34/hour or £320 for a 10-hour block, with theory help, motorway lessons, and refresher courses available. UCAS students receive an additional £1 discount per hour.

Topclass Driving School backs its teaching with a 100% money-back guarantee on beginner packages, 90% of new pupils take the 10-hour "Try Us & See Deal" at £300 (manual) or £320 (automatic), saving £60 compared to standard hourly rates of £36–£38. Intensive courses from £680–£1440 cover 20–40 hours, structured to suit absolute beginners through experienced drivers needing test preparation. With flexible lesson lengths (1–2 hours), Pass Plus courses, and motorway tuition also available, there's a package for every learning pace and budget.

£43/hour for 2-hour automatic lessons, or £41/hour with 10-hour block deals at £410. The school's standout feature is being the first and only driving school in the area offering electric vehicle lessons, a greener alternative for environmentally conscious learners. Backed by a 100% money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied with the service or tuition quality.

Automatic-only driving school with flexible pricing: £50/hour for standard lessons, £90 for 2-hour sessions, or £430 for a 10-hour block (Monday–Friday). Intensive courses range from 6 to 48 hours (£330–£2,400), designed to get you test-ready in as little as 2 weeks, with test car hire available at competitive rates depending on your test centre.

Established since 1993, this school specialises in intensive driving courses ranging from 5 to 10 days, with a unique free retest guarantee on the 48-hour Beginners course if you don't pass first time. Courses cost from £1,100 to £2,050 (with July 2026 discounts available), include mock tests and your practical test, and use a modern Kia Ceed with dual controls and parking sensors.

Operating since 1982, Apex delivers one-to-one lessons without the time-wasting practice of dropping off other pupils mid-session. Door-to-door collection and drop-off are included, along with verbal and written feedback on your progress. Contact them directly for pricing details.

Patient instructor specialising in nervous and anxious learners, with a teaching philosophy focused on maximising time behind the wheel rather than lengthy explanations. Practical, calm approach adapted to individual learning styles, with flexibility to take breaks when needed. Manual lessons available throughout Rainham, Gillingham, Chatham, Rochester, Strood, and surrounding North Kent areas.

The biggest driving school in the South East with more first-time passes than any competitor in the region. One-to-one lessons tailored to your learning style, with male and female instructors, pay-as-you-go or block booking discounts, and a free online theory test platform included for all students.